Projectile Motion Test Review

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What is projectile motion?

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Projectile motion is a form of motion experienced by an object or particle that is thrown near the earth's surface and moves along a curved path under the action of gravity only.

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What are the two components of projectile motion?

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The two components are horizontal motion (constant velocity) and vertical motion (accelerated motion due to gravity).

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What is the formula for the range of a projectile?

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What is the acceleration of a projectile at its peak height?

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The acceleration of a projectile is always equal to the acceleration due to gravity (approximately 9.81 m/s²) at all points in its trajectory, including at its peak height.

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How do you calculate the height of a projectile?

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What is the significance of the angle of launch in projectile motion?

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The angle of launch determines the trajectory, range, and maximum height of the projectile. The optimal angle for maximum range is 45 degrees.

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What is the relationship between the horizontal and vertical components of a projectile's velocity?

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The horizontal component of velocity remains constant, while the vertical component changes due to the acceleration of gravity.

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What is the formula for the vertical component of velocity at any time t?

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What is the formula for the horizontal component of velocity?

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What is the effect of air resistance on projectile motion?

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Air resistance opposes the motion of the projectile, reducing its range and maximum height compared to ideal projectile motion without air resistance.